Anyone can participate, though this year’s submission date has already passed (I only found out about it 3 days before!), and Japanese is needed to go through the submission process. I’ll happily help anyone who wishes to participate next year. The top prize will be awarded $500.

The exhibition runs at the Toba Station from September 14 to November 14, and from what I’ve heard the museum is outstanding. Fingers crossed this work is selected!